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Project14 | Control Systems: Build Anything from Simple On-Off Controllers, to PID Control, to Model Predictive Control!

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The theme this month is Control Systems and it comes from a suggestion by neuromodulator . Control systems are used everywhere, in ovens, anti-blocking brake systems, drones stabilization, segway stabilization, etc. Many systems would not be able to operate at all if they didn't implement a control system. Control systems continuously compare the feedback signal to the provided setpoint to compute the error and accordingly change the system input in order to reach the set point. The math required to create a control system can be from very simple on-off controllers, to PID control, to model predictive control, to all kind of exotic algorithms. The controller task is the same, reach the setpoint quick without overshooting. This makes control system is a varied and diverse field of engineering. Control System Engineers are responsible for the design, development, and implementation of solutions that control dynamic systems that are constantly changing. Their goal is to bring stability to these constantly changing systems to produce the desired outcome.

Your project can also involve remote monitoring and control of devices that are not easily accessible, such as something involving radio communication or battery powered devices made to last as long as possible. Examples of projects you could build include water monitoring systems, smoke detection systems, remote battery charger, remote temperature monitors, remote plant monitoring systems, remote air quality monitoring, IoT CCTV cams that people can talk through, doorbells and cameras, Cams with dog feeders to give your dog a treat while you're at work, and more.

Here are some projects to help inspire you:

Project 3: LoRa Experimental Environmental Sensors (LoRaXes) by ralphjy:

LoRa Experimental Environmental Sensors (LoRaXes)

CatDogFoxBot by dubbie:

CatDogFoxBot

Big Petro Maker Magic: $100 Datalogger That Can Save Millions by Sean_Miller:

Big Petro Maker Magic: $100 Datalogger That Can Save Millions

Micro Monster - Succulent Plants Monitoring System by mahmood.hassan:

Micro Monster - Succulent Plants Monitoring System

Your Chance to Win

Be Original	Stick to the Theme
You could come up with a clever name that make's your project memorable! This project is your baby! Part of the fun of bringing something new into the world is coming up with a name. Your project could introduce something new or that is not commercially available or affordable!	If you have an idea for a project that doesn't fit the current theme then submit your idea in the comments section of the monthly poll.
List the Steps	Submit Video Proof
Provide the steps you took to complete your project (text, video, or images). This could be a step by step how-to-guide, vlog, schematics, coding, napkin drawings, voice narration, or whatever you think will be useful!	If it doesn't work that's fine, this is more about the journey than the end product. A short video is all that is required but you can shoot as much video as you like. You are encouraged to be creative and have as much fun as possible!

Your Project Examples

Control Systems
Remote Home Monitoring with Raspberry Pi and Hologram Nova - Full Instructions	Big Petro Maker Magic: $100 Datalogger That Can Save Millions
players.brightcove.net/.../index.html	www.youtube.com/watch

Your Prizes

One Grand Prize Winner Wins a $200 Shopping Cart!	Three First Place Winners Win a $100 Shopping Cart
One Grand Prize Winner Wins a $200 Shopping Cart!	3 First Place Winners a $100 Shopping Cart!

Your Project, Your Ideas!

About Project14	Directions
Every month you'll have a new poll where you'll get to decide an upcoming project competition, based on your interests, that will take place a couple of months in advance. Themes are broad in scope so that everyone can participate regardless of skill set. What are Monthly Themes? Every month (around the 14th of each month) a new theme will be posted on Project14. Submit your ideas (proposals) for your projects to get feedback from the rest of the community. Submit a project entry in the Theme space once you start working on it. What are Monthly Theme Polls? Every month (around the 14th of each month) there is a project theme poll. Vote on which project competition you want to see for the following upcoming theme. The themes voted on during the previous poll decided the upcoming theme. If you submit an idea for a theme that is not used then it can still be used in a future poll. Themes comments and ideas from the comments section of the project theme poll.	Step 1: Log in or register on element14, it's easy and free. Step 2: Post in the comments section below to begin a discussion on your idea. Videos, pictures and text are all welcomed forms of submission. Step 3: Submit a blog post of your progress on your project by the end of the month. You are free to submit as many blog entries as you like until the beginning of the next theme. Be sure to include video proof of your project! Visit: Control Systems or tag your project blog ControlSystemsCH You have until October 14th End of Day to submit your completed project! Submit an EntrySubmit an Entry A jury consisting of your peers will judge project submissions!

About Project14

Directions

Every month you'll have a new poll where you'll get to decide an upcoming project competition, based on your interests, that will take place a couple of months in advance. Themes are broad in scope so that everyone can participate regardless of skill set.

What are Monthly Themes?

Every month (around the 14th of each month) a new theme will be posted on Project14.
Submit your ideas (proposals) for your projects to get feedback from the rest of the community.
Submit a project entry in the Theme space once you start working on it.

What are Monthly Theme Polls?

Every month (around the 14th of each month) there is a project theme poll.
Vote on which project competition you want to see for the following upcoming theme.
- The themes voted on during the previous poll decided the upcoming theme.
- If you submit an idea for a theme that is not used then it can still be used in a future poll.
Themes comments and ideas from the comments section of the project theme poll.

Step 1: Log in or register on element14, it's easy and free.

Step 2: Post in the comments section below to begin a discussion on your idea. Videos, pictures and text are all welcomed forms of submission.

Step 3: Submit a blog post of your progress on your project by the end of the month. You are free to submit as many blog entries as you like until the beginning of the next theme.

Be sure to include video proof of your project!

Visit: Control Systems or tag your project blog ControlSystemsCH

You have until October 14th End of Day to submit your completed project!

Submit an EntrySubmit an Entry

A jury consisting of your peers will judge project submissions!

In the Comments Below: Let Us Know Your Project Ideas for Control Systems!

Your Project Can Involve Anything from Simple On-Off Controllers, to PID Control, to Predictive Control!

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Project14 | Control Systems: Build Anything from Simple On-Off Controllers, to PID Control, to Model Predictive Control!

In the Comments Below: Let Us Know Your Project Ideas for Control Systems!

Your Project Can Involve Anything from Simple On-Off Controllers, to PID Control, to Predictive Control!

Submit a Blog in or tag your post ControlSystemsCH for a Chance to Win!

Project 3: LoRa Experimental Environmental Sensors (LoRaXes) by ralphjy:

LoRa Experimental Environmental Sensors (LoRaXes) - Introduction

LoRa Experimental Environmental Sensors (LoRaXes) - Initial RSSI Tests

LoRa Experimental Environmental Sensors (LoRaXes) - Need to use a bigger case

LoRa Experimental Environmental Sensors (LoRaXes) - Case Layout

LoRa Experimental Environmental Sensors (LoRaXes) - GPS is Working

LoRa Experimental Environmental Sensors (LoRaXes) - Temperature Sensor Working

LoRa Experimental Environmental Sensors (LoRaXes) - Case Assembly Part 1

LoRa Experimental Environmental Sensors (LoRaXes) - Assembly Complete

LoRa Experimental Environmental Sensors (LoRaXes) - Conclusion

CatDogFoxBot by dubbie:

CatDogFoxBot #1 : My Initial Idea

CatDogFoxBot #2 : System Design and Gathering the Components

CatDogFoxBot #3 : The Step Motor Scanner is Working

CatDogFoxBot #4 : GridEye Sensor is Connected and Working

CatDogFoxBot #5 : Collecting Some Temperature Data

CatDogFoxBot #6 : Trying out an Artificial Neural Network

CatDogFoxBot # 7 : GridEye and Artificial Neural Network Combined

CatDogFox #8 : No Cats but Some Nice Legs

Big Petro Maker Magic: $100 Datalogger That Can Save Millions by Sean_Miller:

Micro Monster - Succulent Plants Monitoring System by mahmood.hassan:

Your Chance to Win

Your Project Examples

Your Prizes

In the Comments Below: Let Us Know Your Project Ideas for Control Systems!

Your Project Can Involve Anything from Simple On-Off Controllers, to PID Control, to Predictive Control!